Lesson Idea | Self Esteem for Grade 4-6

Time Needed

25-35 minutes

Student Learning Objectives

To be able to…
1. Demonstrate ways to treat others with dignity and respect.
2. Understand ways family, friends, and peers can have a positive or negative impact on relationships and self-esteem.
3. Make an affirming statement to oneself.

Agenda

1. Define self-esteem.
2. Describe the origin.
3. Use riddles (Visual #1 and Self-Esteem Worksheet) to unscramble 3 key elements of selfesteem.
4. Identify situations that damage self-esteem.
5. Identify situations that build self-esteem.
6. Answer “Anonymous Question Box” questions regarding self-esteem.
7. Use an esteem-building small group exercise.
8. Discuss the exercise to summarize the lesson.

Materials Needed

Classroom Materials: (1 per class)
• Self-Esteem Visuals #1 and #2

Student Materials: (for each student)
• Self-Esteem Worksheet (same as Visual #2)
• Pencils

FLASH Key Concepts

It is important to treat everyone with caring and respect.